Thursday, July 3
Please note—the Parish Office is closed today (and through the weekend) in observance of Independence Day. The office will reopen on Monday, July 7 at 9 AM.
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News for this week:
- Calendar
- Sunday Schedule and Links
- Daughters of the King Offering Healing Prayers
- Fill the Bins by 7/6
- Announcements:
- Disability Pride Month
- We are Hiring
- Adult Bible Study
- Men's Lunch 7/10
- Out & About 7/20
- Mission Trip 7/20-27
- Backpack Donations by 7/27
- Composting
- Livestream Help?
- ONE Wake Update join us 7/12
- Bible Amnesty –8/3 &10
- News for Famies and Children:
- Pool Party 8/3
- Chorister Survey
- Prayer List
- Altar Flowers
- Support Our Parish
- Connect With Us
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Worship with Us!
Sunday, July 6
8 AM
8:30 AM - 12 Noon
- Nursery Care Available (infant-4 yo)
9 AM
- Sunday School (kids 4-12 yo)
10:15 AM
At 11:30 AM
- Beyond Our Doors Community Lunch and Fellowship
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Daughters of the King Offering Healing Prayers
During communion at both services on Sunday, Daughters of the King will be available to pray with anyone desiring prayers. Please see the directions in your service bulletin.
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Fill the bins for Food Not Bombs- through Sunday, July 6
It’s that time again! Cleaning out your closets? Food Not Bombs is a long-running mutual aid group seeking men's and women’s summer clothes, men’s shoes, summer hats, socks, new underwear, sleeping bags, and tents for distribution every Saturday in Moore Square. Items should be clean and in decent condition.
Please place your donations in the labeled bin in the PLC lobby. Contact Bethany Pergerson with any questions! Let’s fill the bins again by July 6!
| | About the author: Brett MacDonald, our Diocesan Intern for the summer, has recently joined us! Brett graduated from Duke Divinity School in May and is currently in the ordination process in the Diocese of North Carolina. | |
Icons of Divine Mystery: Disability, the Imago Dei, and the Church’s Call to Slow Love
What does it mean to love our neighbor as ourselves when that neighbor’s body or mind challenges our assumptions about what is “normal” or “complete”? July is Disability Pride Month and it invites us to consider this question. In response, I’d invite us to see disability not as a problem to be solved, but as a theological gift that helps the Church glimpse the mystery of God.
Read the complete article here, in the first post on our new blog.
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We Are Hiring!
Director of Children and Family Ministries
The Church of the Good Shepherd seeks a Director of Children and Family Ministries to sustain and expand our family ministry programs. The director will oversee all children’s curricula, programs, and activities, recruit and develop a team of engaged volunteers, and foster meaningful connections with the children and families of the parish. They will create a welcoming and nurturing environment and provide opportunities for children and families to grow in their love and knowledge of God, their call to serve others, and their unique significance in the life of the parish and the world.
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Tuesday Bible Study: Taking a July Break, Resuming August 5th
Did you know that Good Shepherd offers a weekly Adult Bible Study? It's a wonderful opportunity to connect and deepen your faith with others in our community.
Our Bible Study with Mother Nancy is taking a short break for July. We'll be back on Tuesday, August 5th, and we'd love for you to join us! You have two options: Tuesdays at 10:30 AM at the church or Tuesdays at 5:30 PM at Mother Nancy's home.
Curious to learn more? Please reach out to the parish office for details.
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Monthly Men’s Fellowship Lunch – July 10
Men’s Fellowship Lunches take place on the SECOND THURSDAY of each month at 12 NOON at High Park Grill
(625 E. Whitaker Mill Road). Come enjoy lively fellowship and a reasonably priced meal--no reservation is
required and everyone is welcome! Contact: Jack Boyne OR 919.832.3641
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OUT and About Supper Group- July 20
- When: 6-8 PM on Sunday, July 20 th
- Hosts: Molly Propst, Erin O’Hara, and Jon York
- Where: At the home of Molly Propst (6239 Fountainhead Drive, Raleigh 27609)
- Can you come? Please contact Molly Propst by July 15
The hosts are providing the main course (baked ham). Guests should plan to bring an appetizer, side dish, or dessert to share.
Out and About is a longstanding Good Shepherd supper group affirming our GLBT families & friends. We gather monthly at a host's home for a potluck supper and fellowship. ALL ARE WELCOME! Contact: Brother Paul Henry OSF by text at 954-448-8931.
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CGS Mission Trip to Yancey County - July 20-27
The trip is organized by the EYC but it open to everyone in the parish. It's not too late to sign up! For more information about the Mission Trip visit our website or contact Rev. Justin.
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Support the Episcopal Farmworker Ministry
Again this year, The Church of the Good Shepherd is collecting back-to-school school supplies to benefit approximately 350 children served by Episcopal Farmworker Ministry. Our goal this year is to collect 80 backpacks by July 27! Thank you in advance for your generous support
Contact: Gerard McNeill or the Parish Office.
Learn more about this important ministry and get instructions on how you can donate a backpack in the blog article below:
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Composting Made Easy with ReCollective
The ReCollective’s Community Compost program (https://therecollective.co/communitycompost/) has begun at The Church of the Good Shepherd! Composting is made simple, with a convenient drop-off right at church in the back parking lot. Join Good Shepherd and Raleigh Mennonite as we divert food waste and contribute to a healthier, more sustainable community. Memberships start at $3.15 per week. Please sign up now to participate, as Mike Newton-Ward demonstrates here! Questions? Contact The ReCollective directly at megan@therecollective.co
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Can You Help with Our Livestream Ministry?
Our livestream ministry is vital, connecting us with homebound members and extending our reach far beyond Raleigh. If you're interested in learning more about this impactful ministry and exploring if it is something you would be available to assist with, please contact Ed Sharp or Craig DeShong
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Support for the Unhoused: Join us July 12
Exciting news: On Thursday 3 July, eight members of the Church of the Good Shepherd joined other ONE Wake organizations for the blessing of the land that is being provided by the city for affordable housing. Getting land is a significant step towards providing homes. Good Shepherd’s strong participation is a show of support towards the Homeownership for Equity Campaign.
Next Step: On Saturday 12 July, ONE Wake is holding a non-partisan Accountability Action assembly with a target of 1000 ONE Wake participants. Local and state elected officials who last October committed to expanding affordable are invited. Specifically, ONE Wake will hear directly from our leaders:
- Have they doubled city funding for affordable housing?
- Have they identified enough public land for development?
- Have they followed through on their promises?
The Accountability Action is Saturday 12 July Noon-2 pm at Watts Chapel Missionary Baptist Church 3703 Tryon Rd, Raleigh, NC 27606 which was filled to overflowing last October.
Good Shepherd needs to continue our energy for advocating for the less fortunate by our turn out. Your presence will show our support for helping the unhoused. - Jeff Whitaker, 919-696-1612 (Textable)
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Bible Amnesty – August 3 & 10
This summer, Good Shepherd’s Newcomers Committee is offering a new series called Bible Amnesty. We have invited a select panel of our resident Bible scholars to answer all the questions about Holy Scripture that you’ve always been too afraid to ask. Bible Amnesty will be held in the Ennis Suite at 11:30 AM on August 3 and 10. This event is designed for newcomers but all are welcome to attend.
If you would like to submit a question in advance, place a card in the question box located in the hallway leading into the sanctuary. These cards can be signed or submitted anonymously. You can also email questions to Rev. Justin. Stupid questions are not only permitted, they’re encouraged!
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Pool Party, August 3
Good Shepherd Families and Children are invited to a Pool Party on Sunday, August 3! Please RSVP so we'll know who to expect!
Sign up here!
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Chorister Program Coming Soon!
Please fill out our information form
Do you know a child who loves to sing? The Church of the Good Shepherd is launching a chorister program this fall, and Director of Music & Organist Kirsten Homdrom (Dr. H) is surveying interested families with children in grades K-12. Please fill out this form, and feel free to pass it along to friends!
Thank you for all of the great responses so far, and to those of you who attended our chorister info session on June 27. Be on the lookout for more information about this wonderful opportunity to praise God through music!
Information Form
To learn more contact Kirsten Homdrom, Director of Music and Organist
| | The Church of the Good Shepherd Prayer List | |
- Roy Wright
- Catherine and Bob Williams
- Janet Gilliam
- Ralph Sanders
- Pete Taylor
- Martha Bailey
- Peggy Hawks
- Janie Ward-Newton
- William Short
- Paul Hoch
- JoAnn Kistler Lattimore and Charles Lattimore
- Brinley Harris
- Don Caudill
- Janet Watrous
- Jerry Smith
- Margaret Park
- Lynda Terrell-Rea
- Susie Rahal
- Josephine Currin
- Tamara Gregory
- Betty Metheny
- Larry Phearse and Family
- Bob Kirchgessner
- Josephine Placa
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- Randy Roberts
- Peter Karl Sewald
- David Stroud
- Bob Wood
- Perry
- John Anthony Allen
- Patricia Harris
- Lynn Wiss
- Katie Beaudoin
- Ann and Afif Antoun and Family
- The Woody Family
- the people of Israel, Palestine, Lebanon and Iran
- the people of Ukraine and Russia
- victims of gun violence
- those affected by drought, heat, floods, storms, and fires.
And we pray for those who have died, that they may have a place in your eternal kingdom, remembering especially Wade Chestnut.
In the Diocesan cycle of prayer, we pray for St. Michael’s, Raleigh, and St. Timothy’s, Raleigh.
In the Anglican cycle of prayer, we pray for The Church of Nigeria (Anglican Communion).
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Prayer Requests: The people of The Church of the Good Shepherd are eager to join you in lifting your prayers to God. Please tell us how we can pray with you by CLICKING HERE to submit a prayer request.
Prayer requests added to our public prayer list will be refreshed every month; please feel free to resubmit them if you would like them to remain on the prayer list.
| | Altar flowers from June 29. Photo by Peter Jezierny. | |
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If you are looking for meaningful ways to serve the parish, please consider the ministries listed below. The contacts listed will be excited to provide more information.
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News from the Diocese
The vision of the Diocese of North Carolina is to be a community of disciples committed to following Jesus Christ into the dream of God for us and for all creation, in Becoming Beloved Community.
Be sure to check out news and information from the Diocese and The Episcopal Church on their websites.
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Parish Office Hours
Monday-Thursday, 9 AM - 5 PM; Fridays by appointment
Pastoral Care Emergencies
Please call the Pastoral Care Support Line 919.831.2008
Prayer Requests
Please CLICK HERE to submit a prayer request.
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Announcements and photos to share with our parish family are always welcome!
New! Please email your contributions to Dana Deaton at cgsnews@cgs-raleigh.org
The deadline for newsletter submissions is Wednesday at 2 PM. Thank you!
Announcements may be edited for content and space.
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